11-Day Country Roads of Belgium, Luxembourg & the Netherlands - Classic Group
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This 11-day guided tour whisks you through scenic Belgium, Luxembourg and The Netherlands. In Luxembourg, indulge in a farm-to-table feast at the horse-stables-turned-restaurant L'Écurie du Parc, then stroll past the 12th-Century Clervaux Castle after dinner. Climb to the top of the star-shaped Mardasson Monument for a birds-eye view of the fields where the World War II’s Battle of the Bulge was fought. Cruise through Amsterdam’s canal district, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, sailing past 16th-Century merchant houses and the iconic Magere Brug — the skinny, white-painted wood bridge over the Amstel River. Later, join a Local Expert at the Rijksmuseum, where you can view Rembrandt's ‘Night Watch’, and see a shoemaker whittle wood into traditional clogs.
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Itinerary
Airport transfers depart Brussels airport for your centrally-located hotel. After checking in, the afternoon is yours to relax. Join your Travel Director for a visit to the cheeky Manneken Pis statue and a leisurely stroll around the Grand Place, voted the most beautiful square in Europe. Your delightful first evening also includes dinner at a local restaurant in the heart of the Old Town, with an opportunity to mingle with your fellow travelers.
Brussels, Belgium
Brussels, Belgium is not just the capital of the country, but also serves as a headquarters for the European Union. This city has vibrant history stretching back centuries, and visitors can see impressive architecture as well as natural beauty.
Explore Brussels with Insight Choice. Learn about Napoleon’s final defeat at Waterloo, or join a private chocolate truffle making lesson and tasting with a master chocolatier, and further explore Brussels with a Local Expert. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. Perhaps join an Optional Experience to the lively city of Antwerp.
Brussels, Belgium
Brussels, Belgium is not just the capital of the country, but also serves as a headquarters for the European Union. This city has vibrant history stretching back centuries, and visitors can see impressive architecture as well as natural beauty.
Waterloo, Belgium
Waterloo, located north of Braine-l'Alleud, is a municipality in the province of Walloon Brabant, Belgium. Well known as the site of the Battle of Waterloo, it has a rich history and offers many attractions including museums, castles, memorials, and more.
Brussels, Belgium
Brussels, Belgium is not just the capital of the country, but also serves as a headquarters for the European Union. This city has vibrant history stretching back centuries, and visitors can see impressive architecture as well as natural beauty.
In the morning, admire the contrast of the Chinese and Japanese Pavilions and the impressive, metallic spheres of the Atomium. Your journey then crosses the pasture lands of Flanders to reach Ghent, the City of Flowers, offering a fascinating cultural mix of medieval heritage and modern urban life. With a Local Expert, take a stroll through the historical streets and be mesmerized by the outstanding beauty of its quays, churches and squares. Visit St. Bavo's Cathedral, former home of the Eyck masterpiece, and see the Castle of the Counts. Continue to Bruges, where you'll stay for the next two nights. Meet your Local Expert in Bruges for a stroll along cobbled streets, lined with high-gabled houses from the 16th century. Visit the Market Square dominated by the 83 m (272 ft) medieval bell tower, the Belfry of Bruges. Explore Burg Square with its ornate Gothic town hall and glorious frescoes on the walls of the Holy Blood Chapel.
Brussels, Belgium
Brussels, Belgium is not just the capital of the country, but also serves as a headquarters for the European Union. This city has vibrant history stretching back centuries, and visitors can see impressive architecture as well as natural beauty.
Ghent, Belgium
Ghent is a historic city in Flanders, Belgium, renowned for its well-preserved medieval architecture, picturesque canals, and vibrant cultural scene.
Bruges, Belgium
The capital and largest city of the province of West Flanders in the Flemish Region of Belgium, in the northwest of the country.
Enjoy a relaxed start and leisurely morning to explore the city of Bruges at your own pace. With your free afternoon, perhaps join an Optional Experience to visit the historic town of Ypres. Explore the market square and attend the famous Last Post Ceremony, commemorating the fallen Allied Forces on the surrounding Flanders Fields.
Bruges, Belgium
The capital and largest city of the province of West Flanders in the Flemish Region of Belgium, in the northwest of the country.
Travel into the French-speaking region of Wallonia, where picturesque country roads lead you to the late 19th-century Maredsous Abbey. Surrounded by the lush greenery of the Molignée valley, the Benedictine monks have toiled for over 100 years to create a cultural household for arts and crafts and a successful school, brewery and cheese plant. Your visit concludes with a sample of freshly brewed beer and a taste of creamy, golden-crusted cheese. Continue on to the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg to arrive at your 18th-century château home for two nights. In the evening, you will be served a fresh and delicious Farm-to-Table dinner at restaurant Les Écuries du Parc. See the 12th-century Clervaux Castle illuminated on your stroll after dinner.
Bruges, Belgium
The capital and largest city of the province of West Flanders in the Flemish Region of Belgium, in the northwest of the country.
Clervaux, Luxembourg
Clervaux is a picturesque town in northern Luxembourg, known for its medieval castle and the famous Family of Man photography exhibition.
Your travels continue to Luxembourg City for sightseeing with your Local Expert this morning. Visit the grave of U.S. General George S. Patton, laid to rest alongside the men who fought and died in his great Third Army. Admire the view over the Petrusse Ravine from the Pont Adolphe and stroll through the Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to see the cathedral and the Palace of the Grand Duke. The afternoon is free for you to explore Luxembourg City at your leisure, or perhaps join an Optional Experience to the ancient Roman city of Trier, birthplace of Karl Marx, to explore with a Local Expert. Later, return to your hotel in the stunning scenery of the Luxembourg Ardennes hills.
Clervaux, Luxembourg
Clervaux is a picturesque town in northern Luxembourg, known for its medieval castle and the famous Family of Man photography exhibition.
Luxembourg City, Luxembourg
Luxembourg City is a commune with city status, and the capital of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. It stands at the confluence of the Alzette and Petrusse rivers in southern Luxembourg, the city lies at the heart of Western Europe.
Clervaux, Luxembourg
Clervaux is a picturesque town in northern Luxembourg, known for its medieval castle and the famous Family of Man photography exhibition.
Head for Bastogne to visit the Mardasson Monument, a star-shaped memorial dedicated to the U.S. troops who died during Battle of the Bulge in World War II. You may choose to climb to the top for a perspective of what it might have been like during the winter of 1944. Visit the Bastogne War Museum, a fascinating modern and interactive memorial center highlighting the causes, events and consequences of WWII. Travel through all three Benelux countries today as your journey continues to Rotterdam, the world's largest port rebuilt after wartime devastation. During your orientation with your Travel Director, see the impressive market hall with its radical modern design and the Erasmus Bridge.
Clervaux, Luxembourg
Clervaux is a picturesque town in northern Luxembourg, known for its medieval castle and the famous Family of Man photography exhibition.
Bastogne, Belgium
A Walloon municipality of Belgium located in the province of Luxembourg.
Rotterdam, Netherlands
The second-largest city, behind Amsterdam and a municipality of the Netherlands.A major logistic and economic centre, Rotterdam is Europe's largest port. It has a population of 633,471 (2017).
Visit the last remaining manufacturer of original Delft blue pottery before moving on to the Hague, the elegant governmental center of the Netherlands. See where the Parliament is situated, and the impressive Peace Palace. Select departures visit Keukenhof Gardens, one of the world's largest flower gardens, an unforgettable experience not to be missed. Pass through picturesque villages and windmills of the Dutch countryside to Amsterdam for three fabulous nights. In the evening, join a dinner cruise through Amsterdam’s canals, where the menu reflects the city's longstanding Indonesian influence, a legacy of its colonial history.
Rotterdam, Netherlands
The second-largest city, behind Amsterdam and a municipality of the Netherlands.A major logistic and economic centre, Rotterdam is Europe's largest port. It has a population of 633,471 (2017).
Delft, Netherlands
Delft is a town with medieval roots and among other things because in its historical town centre with canals and antique bridges many monumental buildings are visible, the place is a world known tourist attraction.
The Hague, Netherlands
The Hague is the seat of government in the Netherlands, and the capital city of the province of South Holland. With a population of 515,880 inhabitants (as of 1 January 2015) and more than one million inhabitants including the suburbs.
Amsterdam, Netherlands
The capital of the Netherlands, Amsterdam, is also the largest city in the country. This historic city is home to the Anne Frank House, the world's oldest stock exchange, the Van Gogh Museum, the Rijksmuseum, and much more!
Explore Amsterdam at your own pace, where Golden Age architecture and centuries-old canals sit alongside contemporary city life. Stroll past 17th-century merchants’ houses, whose gabled facades tell the story of Amsterdam’s historic trading wealth. Alternatively, choose to venture into the Dutch countryside on an Optional Experience to IJsselmeer. Cruise across the lake to Marken and Volendam—two traditional communities known for their wooden houses, fishing heritage and regional dress. While there, you’ll have the chance to sample Dutch pancakes, a popular local specialty. In the evening, perhaps visit a canal-side cafe, browse an independent gallery or join an Optional Experience dinner.
Amsterdam, Netherlands
The capital of the Netherlands, Amsterdam, is also the largest city in the country. This historic city is home to the Anne Frank House, the world's oldest stock exchange, the Van Gogh Museum, the Rijksmuseum, and much more!
Start the morning with a visit to the newly refurbished Rijksmuseum with a Local Expert, Amsterdam's famed treasure trove of Dutch art, housing Rembrandt's ‘Night Watch.' If you choose, continue your cultural exploration with a visit to the Van Loon Museum, an elegant 17th-century canalside house. Later, journey to the village of Monnikendam, learn the secrets of the cheesemaker's craft, from milk to the finished product. Then witness a traditional shoemaker turn a block of wood into clogs. In the evening, join your newfound friends and Travel Director for dinner at a beautiful restaurant in Monnikendam.
Amsterdam, Netherlands
The capital of the Netherlands, Amsterdam, is also the largest city in the country. This historic city is home to the Anne Frank House, the world's oldest stock exchange, the Van Gogh Museum, the Rijksmuseum, and much more!
Monnickendam, Netherlands
Monnickendam is a historic town in North Holland, featuring old churches and canals, known for its traditional cheese market.
Amsterdam, Netherlands
The capital of the Netherlands, Amsterdam, is also the largest city in the country. This historic city is home to the Anne Frank House, the world's oldest stock exchange, the Van Gogh Museum, the Rijksmuseum, and much more!
Bid farewell to the Dutch capital and your fellow travelers as you transfer to Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport.
Amsterdam, Netherlands
The capital of the Netherlands, Amsterdam, is also the largest city in the country. This historic city is home to the Anne Frank House, the world's oldest stock exchange, the Van Gogh Museum, the Rijksmuseum, and much more!
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Additional Notes
- DAY 1: Complimentary arrival transfers depart Brussels Airport (BRU) at 09:00, 11:00 and 14:30 on the first day of the tour. Guests should arrive at least 2 hours before the last transfer time. Please be aware when booking your flights.
- DAY 11: Complimentary departure transfers arrive at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) on the last day of the tour at 08:00 and 10:00.
- CHARGEABLE TRANSFERS: Chargeable transfers available in Brussels and Amsterdam. Guests who have booked their extra hotel nights with Insight Vacations, or whose flight times do not coincide with the shuttle coach timings may purchase a chargeable transfer. However, guests booking independent hotel nights should make their own transfer arrangements.
- KEUKENHOF: Tickets for Keukenhof Bulb fields are included on select departures during the flowering season (end of March - mid May).
- Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.
- Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.
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Each passenger must carry a valid travel document. (Valid visa for countries needed) (E.g. Green Card, Passport, Re-Entry Permit, and etc.) Tour operator is not responsible for lost or stolen personal items.
Cancellation penalties per person (request day and departure day are not counted)
30 days or more prior to departure - $175/person penalty.
2-29 days or more prior to departure - $280/person penalty.
Day of departure no show or late - 100% per person.
If the tour include airtickets, additional $75+airline surcharge will be charged as penalty.
Unused features are non-refundable. No shows forfeit entire payment.
Trips require a minimum number of participants to avoid cancellation. We reserve the right to cancel a scheduled trip to fully refund affected customers although tour companies will make every effort to maintain normal operations.
The refund amount will be credited directly to your TakeTours wallet as credits for future use. Or the refund can also be forwarded directly to your credit card with a 6% handling fee.
NOTE: We cannot grant any refunds more than 30 days after completion of the tour.
30 days or more prior to departure - $175/person penalty.
2-29 days or more prior to departure - $280/person penalty.
Day of departure no show or late - 100% per person.
If the tour include airtickets, additional $75+airline surcharge will be charged as penalty.
Unused features are non-refundable. No shows forfeit entire payment.
Trips require a minimum number of participants to avoid cancellation. We reserve the right to cancel a scheduled trip to fully refund affected customers although tour companies will make every effort to maintain normal operations.
The refund amount will be credited directly to your TakeTours wallet as credits for future use. Or the refund can also be forwarded directly to your credit card with a 6% handling fee.
NOTE: We cannot grant any refunds more than 30 days after completion of the tour.
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